Description

3-Benzofuranacetic Acid, 2,3-Dihydro- is a versatile organic acid derivative and a key synthetic intermediate in fine chemical manufacturing. Its value lies in its functionalized benzofuran core, which serves as a crucial building block for constructing more complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive heterocyclic structure.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile starting material for constructing complex organic molecules in academic and industrial research laboratories.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or functional component in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing specific aromatic compounds, given its benzofuran backbone.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Benzofuranacetic Acid, 2,3-Dihydro-
CAS No.	76570-83-7
Molecular Formula	C10H10O3
Molecular Weight	178.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dihydro-3-benzofuranacetic acid; 2-(2,3-Dihydro-1-benzofuran-3-yl)acetic acid; 3-Benzofuranacetic acid, 2,3-dihydro-; Dihydrobenzofuran-3-acetic acid; 2,3-Dihydrobenzofuran-3-ylacetic acid; 3-Carboxymethyl-2,3-dihydrobenzofuran
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Benzofuranacetic Acid, 2,3-Dihydro- is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We offer material suitable for research and industrial synthesis, with specifications tailored to your project requirements. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider inert gas purging to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.